Chapter 6 Maintaining and Troubleshooting the TimeProvider
Diagnosing the External TPIU
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4. Place the IMC in a static-free bag or on a static-free surface.
5. Insert another IMC into the shelf and tighten the captive screws.
6. Reload the IMC memory from the IOC by issuing the following command:
CPY-MEM:::::IOC,IMC,IMC;
Diagnosing the External TPIU
Table 6-4 shows the function of the LED indicators on the front panel of the
standalone TPIU.
Diagnosing the Retimer Module
The Retimer module is transparent to framing errors, bipolar violations, and data
errors; these errors are passed through to the downstream Network Element. If an
incorrect signal type is inserted into the Retimer module (for example, if an E1
signal is connected into a T1 Retimer), the module may report a large slip count.
Verify that the proper signal is inserted into the Retimer module.
Note: If the replacement IMC has a different software load than the
original IMC, you cannot log in to the TimeProvider using the existing
username and password. You must create a new username and
password using the ENT-USER-SECU command.
Table 6-4. LED Conditions for the External TPIU
LED Name Condition Description
TPIU Power Green
Off Interconnection cable is connected
Interconnection cable is disconnected or GPS input is
disabled
Antenna Power Green
Red
Off
TPIU is communicating with Antenna
TPIU has lost communication with Antenna
Interconnection cable is disconnected or GPS input is
disabled
Antenna Signal Green
Red
Off
Antenna is communicating with the TPIU
Master shelf is powering up or antenna is powering up
Antenna has lost communication with the TPIU